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Easy Ways to Slash Your Winter Heating Bills

Instead of letting the cold deplete your bank account it makes a lot more sense to follow some easy tips for lowering your heating bill. No matter what, you’re probably going to be running your heater more during the winter, but you’re also probably using it more than you need to.

Preparing Your Pipes for the Winter

While most of a home’s pipes are in hidden areas, the cold winter temperatures can damage the items, leading to a major problem that is difficult to repair during a blizzard. Here are a few ways that you can prepare your home’s pipes for the winter.

Pre-Cold Weather HVAC Check-Up

It’s time for your pre-cold weather HVAC check-up. The best time to check the heating component of an HVAC system is well before the cold weather sets in. In this way, the HVAC professional can troubleshoot minor problems that interfere with the system’s ability to deliver enough heat to keep the household comfortable.